[Hiring] Property Adjuster II @Erie Insurance

Role Description

Exercises independent discretion or judgment in handling all types of property claims. Also assists or acts on behalf of the claims supervisor when required.

• The selected candidate will ideally live in James City or York County, or the cities of Williamsburg or Newport News, Virginia, and/or surrounding areas.
• This position will service James City, York, New Kent, Gloucester, and Mathews Counties, as well as the cities of Williamsburg, Newport News, Hampton, and Poquoson.
• The hiring manager will consider candidates for Property Adjuster Trainee (F08), Property Adjuster I (F09) or Property Adjuster II (F10).
• Level of position offered will be based upon the depth and breadth of selected candidate's experience and qualifications.
• A company car and equipment to work from home will be provided.
• Ability to drive/travel regularly within the assigned territory.

How the Property Adjuster Trainee program works:

• Tentative Program Start Date: 1/4/2027.
• The 15-week training program will require multiple weeks of training in Erie, PA, which will prepare you for immediate success as a Property Adjuster.
• The Smart Start class of Property Adjuster Trainees will consist of both classroom and hands-on training activities in the ERIE Technical Learning Center (in Erie, PA).
• Trainees will be provided with field experiences and opportunities to learn about workflows within their branch office and apply what they have learned to claims that they handle alongside their mentors and supervisors.
• This program gives interested individuals comprehensive training to successfully prepare them for the Property Adjuster role.
• Additional program details, expectations, and timing will be discussed during the interview process.

Class Dates at the Technical Learning Center in Erie, PA:

• 1/4/27- 1/15
• 2/8- 2/19
• 3/22- 3/26

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Qualifications

• Property Adjuster Trainee: High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Property Adjuster I: High School Diploma or GED and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required; or High School Diploma or GED and successful completion of ERIE sponsored formal education; or Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Property Adjuster II: High School Diploma or GED and five years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required; or Bachelor’s Degree and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required.
• Incumbent must live in territory assigned unless a change is approved by the company.
• Position requires incumbent to serve on catastrophe duty, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks.

Requirements

• Willingness to pursue and complete Technical Learning Center Training required.
• Successful completion of AIC 33 and AIC 35 preferred.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Benefits

• Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents.
• Coverage begins your first day of work.
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums.
• We currently pay up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs.
• Pension: One of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan; full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match.
• Paid time off: Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days, and parental leave.
• Career development: Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.
• Additional benefits: Company-paid basic life insurance; short-and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.